Wind machines and smoke pots

[buffalobo]

Crop insurance programs back in the 50's when dad chose not to become farmer were not really viable and much more expensive. Most farmers did not participate and were still exposed to the risks of nature.

In early 80's .gov changed program with greater subsidies to make it more viable and increase participation.

Only one branch or our family still farms full time and could not do so profitably if not for crop subsidies and subsidized insurance.

[Hummer]

Crop insurance programs back in the 50's when dad chose not to become farmer were not really viable and much more expensive. Most farmers did not participate and were still exposed to the risks of nature.

In early 80's .gov changed program with greater subsidies to make it more viable and increase participation.

Only one branch or our family still farms full time and could not do so profitably if not for crop subsidies and subsidized insurance.

I've wondered if you were actively farming; it seems that sod farms are big around Hoyt. It's interesting to hear about your background around Delta/Cedaredge. Before I began making wines we would buy wine by the case from Surface Creek. Over the years since I've regularly bought grapes from a vineyard on Cedar Mesa to make some outstanding Gewurztraminer.

We had federal crop insurance but didn't buy private. It didn't pay much but it would usually cover our chemical bill for the year.

[buffalobo]

I've wondered if you were actively farming; it seems that sod farms are big around Hoyt. It's interesting to hear about your background around Delta/Cedaredge. Before I began making wines we would buy wine by the case from Surface Creek. Over the years since I've regularly bought grapes from a vineyard on Cedar Mesa to make some outstanding Gewurztraminer.

We had federal crop insurance but didn't buy private. It didn't pay much but it would usually cover our chemical bill for the year.

We are working toward a small beef/bison operation. We refuse to go into debt for it so very slow developing.

Just natural that folks grow fruit and make wine. There were always a few grape growers and vineyards but it really boomed shortly after I left for school. Some great wines made there now. Will always remember the homemade wines, juices, ciders. Apple festival always produced great food and drink.

Our families probably passed each other in our travels. We had friends in Palisade and my sister dated a boy from there for a while. My folks had a place right along Hwy 65 between Eckert and Cedaredge after I graduated H.S. circa 85.